Oceanfront dining and a welcoming fireplace create the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at this Seward hotel where travelers find everything they need
Hotel Seward, oceanside, welcomes travelers with practical amenities for any Alaska visit. Cozy lobby fireplace, ocean-view restaurant dinners, in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, and attentive 24-hour front desk staff.
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Historic Queen w/ Private Bath
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
29 reviews
(29 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
Laptop workspace
14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Executive King
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Executive Double Queen
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
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Historic Queen w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Queen Economy Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Accessible)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe King
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Single Queen
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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Historic 2 Twin w/ Shared Bathroom, No Elevator
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Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
3 bedrooms
Cable channels
Living room
13 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
About the neighborhood
Located in Seward, Hotel Seward is in the city center and near a boardwalk/promenade. Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alaska SeaLife Center and Thumb Cove State Marine Park. Safety Cove State Marine Park and Sandspit Point State Marine Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Seward travel guide
221 5th Ave, Seward, AK, 99664
What's nearby
Seward Waterfront Park
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Alaska SeaLife Center
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Seward Boat Harbor
2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Seward Community Library & Museum
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Getting around
Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC)
146 min drive
Restaurants
The Cookery
3 min walk
Seward Brewing Company
3 min walk
The Breeze Inn Restaurant
2 min drive
Ray's Waterfront
3 min drive
Highliner Restaurant
3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Seward
Historic hotel in the city center
Take advantage of laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant at Hotel Seward. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
A free cruise shuttle, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms
An elevator, concierge services, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle from 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Free cruise terminal shuttle
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Fifth Avenue Bistro & Bar
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Living room
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
In the mountains
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch TV with cable channels
More
Free local calls
Heating
Living room
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hotel Seward
Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Hotel
Hotel Seward Seward
Hotel Seward Hotel Seward
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Seward pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Seward?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Seward?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Hotel Seward located?
Located in the heart of Seward, this historic hotel is steps from Seward Community Library & Museum, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center, and Chugach Heritage Center. Seward Waterfront Park and Alaska SeaLife Center are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Seward Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Seward is great for a relaxing staycation.
This hotel offered me great view from the wide window. Room is clean and well decorated. Friendly staff and convenient access to lot of restaurants. Just little bit far from grocery stores.
We were pleased with the amenities of the room and the hotel in all ways. Our visit was delightful!
The staff were polite and professional and provided all the assistance we asked for.
James
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Geoffry
Oct 6, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Ok for a short stay. Cookery, the restaurant next door, is excellent.
Geoffry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary
Nov 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was comfortable, including the mattress and pillows. Plenty of room for 2 adults and 2 teens. Front desk staff were warm and friendly. Had great recommendations for hikes.
The hotel and staff were great, the room was clean and served us well on our stay. The location get you away from the tourist but your close to downtown and other places to shop and eat.
The hotel was very nice and in a great location. It was only a two min walk to all the restaurants and the Sealife Center. The room was very nice and clean and Paulette at the front desk was very nice and gave us some great restaurant recommendations. Would highly recommend this hotel and we will definitely stay here again the next time we visit
Very friendly staff. Went over and above to provide excellent service with every request. Perfect location in Seward old town close to local shopping, food and drink. Would definitely stay here again.
Beautiful old hotel with lovely furnishings and charm. Check in and out was quick and easy. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Wish we’d been able to stay more than two days but hope to be back next year.
Paulette who manages this hotel goes out of her way to provide the best customer service! She gave us great advice and even lent us bear spray to stay safe while hiking. All staff was great too. Hotel is in a good location and just a block away from a bunch of restaurants, the Sea Life Center, and the waterfront.
Staff is always very helpful, we stay there every year after tourist season. very convenient location.
The web site had it as pet friendly, staff was very helpful and friendly about this issue
Next morning they told us that other 3 reservations had similar problems, web site had made mistake
Still place is clean and love the ladies that take care of the front counter.
Highly recommend this place for small confortable and convenient location. Very close to Aquarium, restaurants and shopping
The room was cute and clean (as pictured). The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is optimal for visiting the Sealife Center, shopping, and dining options. It is a short walk to the waterfront. It is not located near the Seward boat harbor, but during peak season there is a trolley that stops near the hotel.